Urban Gateways

Urban Gateways specializes in bringing the best of the visual, literary, media and performing arts to children in school-based and community settings throughout the Chicago area. Their mission is to ignite the full creative potential of all young people.

Urban Gateways specializes in bringing the best of the visual, literary, media and performing arts to children in school-based and community settings throughout the Chicago area. Founded in 1961, Urban Gateways excels at deepening the artistic experience for all youth by ensuring that the arts play a critical role in every child’s education.

We believe that active engagement and education in the arts are essential components of every individual’s academic, aesthetic and personal development.

The arts are a necessity and not a luxury. Together, we can help children discover their artistic, academic, and personal potential.